Dear Families, Friends and Students,

Thank you to parents and families who were able to join us for P – 2 assembly this week when we presented this year’s KIND Awards. Our students are known for their strong focus on learning and for being kind friends. It was a pleasure to present KIND awards to students identified by teachers and their peers. Names are listed later in this edition. Students from grades 3 – 6 will be recognised in next week’s assembly.

Learning Dispositions

We started our year with a focus on the dispositions for learning that we know help all students to do their very best at school. Explicitly teaching the high expectations for the ways we move around the school, enter and exit classrooms and give full attention to the teacher have been our whole school focus. It was very rewarding to walk around the school last week with statewide literacy leader, Jenny Clements and see every student focused, engaged in learning and giving their best efforts. Jenny sent a message of congratulations saying, “It was really rewarding to be able to see the quality teaching and learning occurring in both UFLI and Word Origins.” Congratulations to students and teachers who are working hard to help every child with their learning and success at school.

Spotted

This week in assembly we gave our first SPOTTED award for the class who have been spotted most often meeting our high expectations for entry and exit routines and for moving around the school in a quiet and calm way during learning times. Congratulations to students in 1-2D. All students and Ms Brown have been presented with a $1 token to spend at our canteen enterprise on Thursday or Friday this week. Look out for next week’s winning class who are doing a great job with meeting our high expectations so that we can all work and learn well together.

Supervision after school

All students have been enjoying their turn to play on the new slide during break times, with primary students having opportunities at break 1 and Prep – grade 2 children playing in the newest area at break 2. We look forward to further opportunities for fun times at school with the completion of the two new swing sets which will be installed soon. Please remember that there are no teachers on duty after school. Children should not be playing on the slide unless they are supervised by a parent. Students waiting for pick-up should be waiting at the front deck for their adult to arrive.

Swings Update

Contractors will begin work during the next holiday break to install two swing sets and a new sandpit and water play area on the top court. A new boundary fence will also be installed. This will involve moving the pedestrian gate from Westbury Road some metres down the hill and away from the steps to the overpass. The playground construction will continue into Term 3. Stay tuned for updates and for the expected finish date when the swings will be open for play.

School Association

The School Association committee met this week to continue their great work to support our school. Their current fundraiser is for Sunrise Bakery, with orders delivered on Friday this week. Further details of their work are included later in this edition.

Respectful Visitor and Volunteer Policy

Recently we’ve reviewed and updated our Respectful Visitor and Volunteer policy to ensure it is current. The policy can be found here:

https://youtu.be/cW-BrgqIO3E

This is also available from our website.

The policy states that everyone in our school community has a right to feel respected and heard and that violence and abuse is Crossing the Line. This applies to parents, visitors and every member of our school community including staff. Thank you to our many, many parents who are respectful and appreciative of the way teachers work hard to support every child’s learning.

Welcomes

This week we welcome Hux O who joins Prep B.

Regards

Lee Craw

Principal

Uniforms

We are clearing all remaining school uniform items the School Association has in stock.....REDUCED TO CLEAR!!!!

Stock is limited!!

We have the following items available:

Beanies now - $15
Polo top size 16 - $23
Rugby jumper size 4 - $51, (Size) 8, 10, 12, 14 - $55
Summer dress size 4 - $45
Trackpants size 8, 14 - $17
Winter dress size 4 to 16 - $45-$51

Link to order below - please ensure you add your child's name and class at checkout. Orders will be collected and delivered to your child's class.

https://glen-dhu-primary-school-association.square.site/

Your Feedback

The Glen Dhu Primary School Association would love to receive your feedback!

You can either select the QR code or the url below. We want to hear your voice!

School Association Feedback Form - Google Forms

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13q1vFo7ETpDqBkSR8bvLTz3HJLBCM56ciGkrYDFfKwA/edit

Grade 1/2C shared a beautiful message in assembly, linking to our Kind awards. They created a poem using AI as a class by taking key points and learning how to input instructions into copilot to generate information, pictures and work samples.

Friendship Garden

In our garden, side by side,
Tiny seeds of joy we hide.
With a giggle and a sunny grin,
That’s how friendship will begin.

We plant kindness, water with care,
Laughter grows just everywhere!
Hugs are flowers, bright and new,
Sprouting love between me and you.

So let’s keep growing, day by day,
In our garden where friends can play!

The LSSSA Cross Country team delivered an outstanding performance at this year’s carnival, securing a well-earned second place overall in a fiercely competitive field. Their success was not only a testament to their athletic ability but also to their unwavering team spirit and sportsmanship.

A special congratulations goes to our Grade 3 boys and girls, who both won their age group divisions, showcasing incredible determination and talent. Their victories were a highlight of the day and set a strong tone for the rest of the team.

From the first race to the final finish line, every runner gave their all—pushing through tough terrain and intense competition.

Highlights of the day included several personal bests, top-10 finishes, and a thrilling final leg that helped clinch the second-place team result.

Congratulations to the LSSSA Cross Country team—you’ve made your school proud!

Congratulations to the following students who have received certificates at our Assemblies

Prep A	Hunter R, Stan P Kind Awards: Finley B, Sarah A, Alex C, Aiden A
Prep B	Keanu M, Kai C Kind Awards: Max B, Joanna E J, Navyana P, Hudson L, Emmett Le F
1-2A	Mabel H, Chisom N Kind Awards: Violet D, Loki F, Ashantti C
1-2B	Omidreza A, Georgina T Kind Awards: Aaron R, Esmat H, Cora J
1-2C	Unvin S, Oliver P Kind Awards: Abrar A-N, Henry S, Koa B, Asa Tran
1-2D	Kobie L, Bowie W, Theo C-C Kind Awards: Esther F, Jack T, Azalea V H, Essa B

Friday 27 June	Home Games:
	Football Dev - Glen Dhu v Mowbray
	King Ball - Glen Dhu v Mowbray

	Away Games:
	Netball Dev - Ravenswood v Glen Dhu
	Soccer - Mowbray v Glen Dhu

10 June - 20 June	Swimming Program
16 June - 24 August	Premiers Reading Challenge
20 June	Mid Year Reports sent home
20 June	Primary Schools Netball Championships
23-27 June	Parent Teacher Meetings
24 June	Kings Meadows High School - Challenge Day Gr 5-6 (Bus provided)
26 June	MAST visit
27 June	Delivery of Sunrise Bakery Orders
1 July	Bravehearts Ditto Show
2 July	Tas. Police Cyber Safety Visit (Gr. 5-6)
3 July	Grade 6 to visit Prospect High School

	2025
Term 2	Monday 28 April - Friday 4 July
Term 3	Monday 21 July - Friday 26 September
Term 4	Monday 13 October - Thursday 18 December

Student Free Day - 2025

Friday 31 October

Help your child choose a great book to borrow at their next library visit. You can view our library catalogue through the below link or QR code.

Search - Library Catalogue

Delivery of the orders will be Friday 27 June. Orders will be sent home with students.

We will be communicating with parents via email throughout the year and want to keep our email contact list as accurate as possible. Please notify the office if your email changes, in person by phone: 6344 1349 or email: glen.dhu.primary@decyp.tas.gov.au

We are an allergy aware school and need your support as we have a number of students with severe allergies to nuts as well as some other common allergens. Students are asked not to bring any food items that contain nuts or traces of nuts. If you are not sure, please keep this as a home food rather than a school lunch box item. For example, peanut butter, nutella and many muesli bars contain nuts and CANNOT be brought to school! Thank you for your support in helping to keep everyone safe.

Subway Lunches are on Wednesdays.

Lunches can be ordered multiple weeks in advance. Don't forget to update your child's profile to their 2025 class (they are listed as Kinder A etc. rather than their teacher's name this year). Please email contact@subsforyou.com for more information.

We are always looking for volunteers for our Variety Breakfast Club every morning from 8:30-9.00 am. If you would like to help just let the school office know. Helpers can volunteer for a day, a week or day a fortnight. We would love to hear from you.

No smoking is permitted on school or DECYP property. This includes grounds and carparks. Thank you for setting a healthy example for all students.

Online learning has become an essential part of education, and families play a crucial role in supporting their child’s digital learning experience. By developing digital skills, creating a safe learning environment, and spending time online together, parents can help their children thrive academically and safely navigate the digital world.

Develop Your Digital Skills

Understanding the technology your child uses can help you guide and support them effectively. Take the time to explore educational platforms, learn about internet safety, and stay updated on the latest digital tools. There are many free online courses and resources available to help parents develop their digital literacy skills.

Creating a Safe and Engaging Online Environment

Ensuring a secure and structured digital space for learning is key. Here are some tips:

Set up parental controls on devices and applications to filter age-appropriate content.
Encourage open discussions about online safety, including responsible social media use and recognizing potential online risks.
Establish screen time guidelines to balance online learning with offline activities.

Opportunities to Play, Explore, and Learn

Children learn best when they have the chance to explore concepts in a fun and interactive way. You can support their learning by:

Engaging in educational games that reinforce what they learn in school.
Watching educational videos together to enhance understanding of various subjects.
Encouraging creativity through digital storytelling, coding activities, and online art projects.

Over the coming weeks there will be further information placed in our school newsletter with tools and tricks to support your child’s online learning at home. More information can be found at: Digital skills for families - Department for Education, Children and Young People

Please click onto the link to read about Safe Online Learning

Digital Skills - Safe Online Learning

Younger children learn to navigate the online world by watching, experimenting and playing online. These tips can help you support them as they develop their skills.

Digital Skills_Supporting 5-12 year olds online

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Did you know that Glen Dhu Primary School is a Partner School with the Smith Family? This means the Smith Family support us in lots of ways including providing programs for students such as Job Jump and Student2Student Reading.

The Smith Family also support over 50 students from Prep to Grade 6 at Glen Dhu through the Learning for Life program.

To learn more and apply for Learning for Life click the link below or contact Grace Evorall.

Learning for Life - Expression of Interest

The eSafety Commissioner plays a vital role in keeping Australians safe online. In an increasingly digital world, the eSafety Commissioner helps protect individuals—especially children—from cyberbullying, online abuse, and harmful content. By promoting digital literacy, enforcing online safety laws, and working with platforms to remove harmful material, the Commissioner ensures that the internet remains a safer and more respectful space for everyone. There are a number of resources on the eSafety Commissioner website. For more information, click the link below:

https://www.esafety.gov.au/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22007509101&gbraid=0AAAAAqKZzLQgkg24SvEG2kxBSOL0fi7mw&gclid=CjwKCAjwravBBhBjEiwAIr30VKC3YTo4x0q0rTULRynmO4rNEkBQyhLTkI3ulgQOo2BNHaDv2W1OHRoCyBUQAvD_BwE

Our school uniforms can now be purchased from Midford School Uniforms located at 132 Charles Street Launceston. They also offer online services Midford School Uniforms | School Uniforms Online and School Wear | Midford.

School hats are available at the office for $10.

Midford now have Glen Dhu Primary Long Sleeve Polos in stock, sizes range from size 2 through to adult medium.

To access our newsletter see below. If you wish to have a hard copy please let the school office know.

SZapp Version 4.0.0

There is a new version of SZapp available for Android and IOS Devices. Please ensure that you have updated to this version to assure you receive communications from the school.

If you are using an Android Device, you will need to uninstall the old app and install the new version.

IOS Devices (iPhones) will be able to update without requiring a re-install.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are confident that the improvements in the new version will make it worth it.

An online guide on how to install and register/login to SZapp is available on the Schoolzine Website here:

Click here to view the Installation Instructions

If you experience any difficulties with completing this process, please reach out to Schoolzine using support@schoolzine.com. To assist with your query, they ask that you provide a description of the issue you are facing, the email address you are using when facing this issue and a screenshot of the issue.

Join the JackJumpers these school holidays when they come to St Pat’s on 15 and 16 July. Their basketball clinics, for ages 5-12, teach basketball fundamentals plus next-level skills and competitive gameplay, alongside plenty of fun and games with the JackJumpers’ mascot Jack the Jumper. Attendees receive a free basketball, plenty of great prizes, and lunch thanks to Banjo’s Bakery! Book here!

If you are intrested in knowing more about Saver Plus, please collect a Saver Plus letter from the office.